Rev. Brady Finnern, pastor of Messiah Lutheran Church in Sartell, MN studies Genesis 14.

Wars, rumors of wars, famine and pestilence are not only before the end of the age, but have been occurring since the fall. As kings were fighting kings, Lot was taken and Abram rescued him by God’s help. Out of nowhere priest and king Melchizedek blessed Abram and in faith, he gave 10% of everything to the LORD. Melchizedek is a unique figure in Scripture as he not only blessed Abram, but points us to Christ (Hebrews 7). This priest and king who was not from kingly and priestly lineage was brought to bless His people, yet, Melchizedek was simply a man and Jesus is the greater covenant, greater king, and greater priest. “Lord God, as You are the great High Priest, You have generously given all things, we look to You to help us to be generous to You and others. In His name, Amen”